Why is Financial Literacy So Important?

Posted on October 26, 2022

Categories: Financial Education, Personal Finances

Lacking financial knowledge can result in bad money habits such as saving and investing. In this blog, we will outline what financial literacy is, why it is so important, as well as some tips to actively become more financially literate. How we spend and manage our money is crucial to our financial stability throughout every stage of our lives!

Money Mistakes to Avoid Around the Holidays

Posted on October 19, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings

As the holiday season nears, it is important to make changes to efficiently budget for your expenses. Here are some holiday money mistakes to avoid this year so you don’t have to start 2023 in financial regret!

What is a Certificate of Deposit?

Posted on October 5, 2022

Categories: Personal Finances, Savings

Do you know what a Certificate of Deposit is? Today we are going to outline the top 5 reasons you should open a Certificate of Deposit (CD), what a CD is, and why it financially makes sense to open one now. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of a Certificate of Deposit.

How to Save When Eating Out

Posted on July 13, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings

Eating out is sometimes more than just giving our body the nutrients it needs, it can be fun, different than the norm, and can be a social outing. We all need to eat to live, but for those who live to eat out, here are some tips to lower your bill but still enjoy that meal out here and there.

Best Practiced Retirement Savings Tips for College Students

Posted on June 27, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Retirement, Savings

When can you start saving for retirement?

Spring Clean Your Budget

Posted on June 13, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings

Spring is here and that means we’ve got some spring cleaning to do! This year, you’ll want to be sure to add ‘budget’ to your to-do list. Spend some time doing a deep dive into your finances and budget plan to boost determination for the rest of the year. Give yourself a budget refresh with these 4 tips.

6 Easy Ways to Jump-Start Your Emergency Fund

Posted on May 12, 2022

Categories: Financial Education, Goals, Personal Finances, Savings

Are you struggling to get an emergency fund in action? It can be hard to understand the depth of what to start with, monthly contributions and how to build it up. An emergency fund is essential for unforeseen circumstances, a drop in income and all the chaos life can throw at us at any point. Most financial advisors suggest having enough in your emergency fund for 3-6 months’ worth of expenses based on your personal situation. The more you can build your emergency fund, the...